Panasonic NAVI smart User manual

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Laser Marking System
Laser Marker NAVI smart
Quick Reference
LP-GS series
LP-RC series
LP-RF series
LP-RV series
2020.10 panasonic.net/id/pidsx/global
This guide describes the following basic procedures:
• How to start test marking
• How to create a marking data
For more information about the Laser Marker NAVI smart software,
refer to the “Laser Marker NAVI smart Operation Manual”.

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Preface
Thank you for purchasing our product.
For full use of this product safely and properly, please read this document carefully.
This product has been strictly checked and tested prior to its delivery. However, please make sure that this product
operates properly before using it. In case that the product becomes damaged or does not operate as specified in this
document, contact the dealer you purchased from or our sales office.
The English version of this document is the original version. All other languages are translations that are based on the
original documentation.
⿎General terms and conditions of this document
1. Before using this product, or before every starting operation, please confirm the correct functioning and performance
of this product.
2. Contents of this document could be changed without notice.
3. This document must not be partially or totally copied or revised.
4. All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of all information in this document. If there are any questions,
mistakes, or comments in this document, please notify us.
5. Please remind that we assume no liability for any results arising out of operations regardless of the above clauses.
⿎Disclaimer
The applications described in this document are all intended for examples only. The purchase of our products described in
this document shall not be regarded as granting of a license to use our products in the described applications. We do NOT
warrant that we have obtained some intellectual properties, such as patent rights, with respect to such applications, or that
the described application may not infringe any intellectual property rights, such as patent rights, of a third party.
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How to Read this Document
Symbol description
ワㄐㄕㄊ㄄ㄆ “Notice” denotes any instructions or precautions for using this product. To prevent the damage or
malfunction of the product, observe these precautions fully.
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Target model
This manual is subject to the following Laser Marker models.
In this manual, this product is called “laser marker”.
If the setting contents or specifications vary by models, the target models are specified in the text.
In the text, multiple models may be described collectively, as shown in the table below.
Please remind that the illustration and the screen image may vary with the model.
Target model Description in the text
LP-GS051 LP-GS051-E LP-GS051 LP-GS051(-L) LP-GS series
LP-GS051-F LP-GS051-FE LP-GS051-FN
LP-GS051-L LP-GS051-LE LP-GS051-L
LP-GS051-LF LP-GS051-LFE LP-GS051-LFN
LP-GS052 LP-GS052-E LP-GS052
LP-GS052-F LP-GS052-FE LP-GS052-FN
LP-RC350S LP-RC350S LP-RC series
LP-RF200P LP-RF200P LP-RF series
LP-RV200P LP-RV200P LP-RV series
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Type of manuals
For this product, the following manuals are prepared. Read each manuals and operate this product correctly and safely.
Also, save the manuals for future use.
Laser Safety Guide
This manual describes the items required for using this product correctly and safely. All users shall be required for read-
ing this manual.
Setup/Maintenance Guide
This manual describes the items required for introduction and installation of this product as well as for the maintenance
work.
• Product specifications, external dimensions
• Installation and connection method
• Signal details, I/O rating, and timing chart when I/O is used for control
• Maintenance details
Laser Marker NAVI smart Operation Manual
Instruction manual for the laser marker configuration software “Laser Marker NAVI smart”. This manual describes the
procedure and method to operate the laser marker, and the screen operations to set marking contents.
Mainly the users that operate this laser marker for actual marking procedure shall be required for reading this manual.
Serial Communication Command Guide
This manual describes the communication commands to control this product externally using the serial communication
(RS-232C/Ethernet). It describes the communication settings, communication data formats, communication commands,
and the control samples.
Mainly the machine builder and system integrator shall be required for reading this manual.
Serial Communication Command Guide: LP-400/V compatible mode
This manual describes the communication commands to control this product externally using the compatible command
format with the previous models of LP-400/LP-V series.
Mainly the machine builder and system integrator shall be required for reading this manual.
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• The PDF data of each manual is included on an attached CD-ROM “Laser Marker Smart Utility”.
• To read the PDF manual, Adobe Reader (Version X or later) of Adobe Systems Incorporated is required.
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Contents
Preface ……………………………………………………………………………… 2
How to Read this Document ……………………………………………………… 3
1 Laser Marker NAVI smart Basics ………………………………… 6
1-1 “Startup” screen ………………………………………………………………… 7
1-2 “Marking settings” screen ……………………………………………………… 8
1-3 “Monitor” screen………………………………………………………………… 11
1-4 “Maintenance” screen …………………………………………………………13
1-5 “Data management” screen ……………………………………………………15
1-6 “System settings” screen ………………………………………………………17
2 Let's Use Laser Marker NAVI smart ………………………………19
2-1 Start Laser Marker NAVI smart ………………………………………………21
2-1-1 Start Laser Marker NAVI smart …………………………………………… 21
2-1-2 Open a marking file to edit ………………………………………………… 22
2-2 Create a marking file (offline mode) …………………………………………23
2-2-1 Create a marking object …………………………………………………… 23
2-2-2 Specify the layout of a marking object …………………………………… 24
2-2-3 Set laser parameters ………………………………………………………… 25
2-3 Save marking data to your PC …………………………………………………26
2-4 Connect your PC and the laser marking system ……………………………27
2-5 Start the laser marking system ………………………………………………28
2-6 Establish an online connection ………………………………………………29
2-7 Transfer a marking file from your PC to the laser marking system…………30
2-8 Start laser radiation for marking ………………………………………………32
2-8-1 Check the marking position using the guide laser ……………………… 32
2-8-2 Turn laser pumping on ……………………………………………………… 34
2-8-3 Perform test marking………………………………………………………… 35
2-9 Terminate the operation ………………………………………………………36
3 Create Various Marking Data ………………………………………37
3-1 Mark date and time ……………………………………………………………38
3-2 Mark 2D code…………………………………………………………………… 41
3-3 Mark a graphic …………………………………………………………………44
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1 Laser Marker NAVI smart
Basics
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1-1 “Startup” screen
When you launch Laser Marker NAVI smart, the “Startup” screen appears.
You can select the software application among “Online”, “Offline”, or “Convert”.
User interface overview
Item Description
1 Menu With the menu tools, you can set the software preferences such as changing the user
interface language and customizing user interface elements.
2 Online You can establish an online connection between your PC and the laser marking system.
In online mode, you can configure the laser marking system and save the marking data
to the laser marking system.
3 Offline In offline mode, you can create and edit marking files saved on local or network drives.
4 Convert You can convert a LP-400/LP-V backup file or marking file into the file format that is
supported by LP-GS, LP-RC, LP-RF and LP-RV if you want to open it with Laser Marker
NAVI smart.
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1-2 “Marking settings” screen
In this screen, you can create and edit marking data such as character, graphic and bar code objects and save them in a
file. If you are logged in as “Restricted user”, only the parameters allowed to edit are available.
You can do the following:
• Create new marking data.
• Edit a marking or backup file that is saved on a local or network drive (offline mode).
• Edit a marking file that is saved on the laser marking system (online mode).
• Execute test marking (online mode).
User interface overview
Item Description
1 Ribbon - setting tools You can use the tools to execute file handling, create or edit marking data.
2 File number and file
name
The number and name of the selecting file are displayed in the tab.
3 Marking image editor The image of marking data such as characters and graphics is displayed in this area.
Refer to “Marking image editor” (P.10).
4 Status bar In online mode, it displays any of the following information:
• Current operation mode (remote mode or RUN mode)
• Laser pumping status (on or off)
• Error number if any error is occurred
5 Ribbon - control tools You can use the tools to control the laser marking system in online mode.
6 Marking settings Set the marking data in the following tabs:
• Object settings :Specify settings of the marking object such as character, graphic and bar code objects.
• Function settings : Configure the function such as counter, expiry time and lot.
• File settings : Specify the settings such as position, trigger parameters which are applied to all
objects in a marking file.
• Laser settings : Specify laser parameters such as laser power and scan speed.
• On-the-fly marking : Specify on-the-fly marking settings if you want to mark a workpiece in motion. (LP-RC,
LP-RF, LP-RV)
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Setting tools in the ribbon
Item Description
1 Test marking Opens the “Test marking/guide laser” dialog to perform test marking, guide laser
radiation, and marking time measurement.
2 Guide laser
3 Connection Use this tool to establish or disconnect an online connection between the laser marking
system and a PC.
4 Operation Use this tool to switch the laser marking system operation to remote or RUN mode.
5 Laser pumping Turns laser pumping on or off.
6 “Stop laser” button Terminates the laser radiation or disable the laser radiation temporarily.
Item Description
1 Open Select a marking file to open and edit in the “Marking settings” screen.
2 Save Save the marking files to the connected laser marking system or to your PC.
3 Undo / redo You can use these editing tools to revert the most recent operation.
Icon Description Keyboard shortcut
Undo Ctrl + Z
Redo Ctrl + Y
4 Marking objects Create marking objects (“Character”, “TrueType”, “Graphic”, “Shapes”, “Bar code”, “2D
code”, “Point radiation”).
5 Align / adjust To align or distribute selected objects, use the “Align” tool. To adjust a character object,
use the “Adjust” tool.
6 Basic editing tools To perform basic operations, use any of the following icons:
Icon Description Keyboard shortcut
Cut Ctrl + X
Copy Ctrl + C
Delete Delete
Paste Ctrl + V
Control tools in the ribbon
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Marking image editor
The marking image editor is part of the “Marking settings” screen and the “Monitor” screen.
Item Description
1 File number and file
name
The number and name of the selecting file are displayed in the tab.
2 Ruler The rulers appear on the top and left side of the marking image editor.
3 Image display The image of marking data such as characters and graphics is displayed in this area.
4 Marking field overview It indicates which part of the marking field is displayed.
5 Zoom in / zoom out To enlarge or reduce the view of marking data, select the “+” or “-” icon.
Setting range magnification from x0.1 to x100
6 Grid Select this button to show or hide the grid lines.
7 Snap to grid To align the selected object along the grid, use this button. This function is available for
the “Marking settings” screen.
8 Hand Select the hand button to pan around the marking image editor.
9 Show or hide marking
field overview
Select this button to show or hide the marking field overview.
10 Zoom level indication The zoom level changes when you enlarge or reduce the view of the marking data.
11 Laser head direction The icon shows the direction of the laser head specified in the “System settings” screen.
“F” indicates the front of the laser head.
12 Estimated marking
time
The estimated marking time of the file is calculated based on the input data and settings.
This function is available for the “Marking settings” screen.
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1-3 “Monitor” screen
In this screen, you can monitor the operation status of the laser marking system during remote mode or RUN mode.
You can do the following:
• Check the marking image.
• Check the marking settings.
• Check the ON or OFF status of I/O terminals.
User interface overview
Item Description
1 Ribbon - setting tools You can use the tools to open a marking file or show the I/O monitor.
2 File number and file
name
The number and name of the selecting file are displayed in the tab.
3 Marking image editor The image of marking data such as characters and graphics is displayed in this area.
Refer to “Marking image editor” (P.10).
4 Ribbon - control tools You can use the tools to control the laser marking system in online mode.
5 Marking settings You can check the marking data in the following tabs:
• Current settings : You can check some of the marking parameters that are enabled in “System settings”
> “Access permissions” in advance.
• On-the-fly : You can check the status of on-the-fly marking (“ON”/“OFF”) and the line speed.
• Reference character
strings
: The specified reference character strings are listed.
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Setting tools in the ribbon
Item Description
1 Open You can select and open a marking file on the “Monitor” screen.
2 I/O monitor The status (“ON”/“OFF”) of the I/O terminals on the laser marking system is displayed.
3 Refresh screen This button is available in the ribbon, if you select “Button “Refresh screen”” in “Startup”
> “Preferences” > “Screen refresh setting” > “Method”.
Use the “Refresh screen” button to manually update the “Monitor” screen.
Control tools in the ribbon
Item Description
1 Start marking In RUN mode, you can use this button to trigger the laser radiation manually.
2 Lock Use this tool to unlock or lock the “Start marking” button.
3 Connection Use this tool to establish or disconnect an online connection between the laser marking
system and a PC.
4 Operation Use this tool to switch the laser marking system operation to remote or RUN mode.
5 Laser pumping Turns laser pumping on or off.
6 “Stop laser” button Terminates the laser radiation or disable the laser radiation temporarily.
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1-4 “Maintenance” screen
This screen is used for the maintenance of the laser marking system.
You can do the following:
• Check the operating data.
• Start laser radiation to measure the laser power (commercial power meter required).
• Simulate output operation.
• Check the communication command history.
User interface overview
Item Description
1 Ribbon - setting tools You can use the tools to perform output simulation, save or delete the operating
information.
2 Maintenance data *1 You can check the operating information in the following tabs:
• Operating data : You can check the operating data of the laser marking system, such as the total
operating time of the each part.
• Error log : You can view the error log.
• Command history : The transmitted and received communication commands are displayed.
3 Ribbon - control tools You can use the tools to control the laser marking system in online mode.
*1 : When you edit a backup file in offline mode, the data at the time of backup are displayed.
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Setting tools in the ribbon
Item Description
1 Save as TSV Exports the entries of the command history or erro log entries as a TSV file.
2 Delete all Deletes all log entries of the command history or erro log.
3 Output simulation Use the output simulation function to check the operation of external devices connected
to the laser marking system by manually changing the status of an output.
Control tools in the ribbon
Item Description
1 Laser radiation for
measurement
Use this function to inspect the laser power (commercial power meter required).
2 Connection Use this tool to establish or disconnect an online connection between the laser marking
system and a PC.
3 Operation Use this tool to switch the laser marking system operation to remote or RUN mode.
4 Laser pumping Turns laser pumping on or off.
5 “Stop laser” button Terminates the laser radiation or disable the laser radiation temporarily.
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1-5 “Data management” screen
This screen lists all files that are currently saved on the laser marking system, including marking files, graphic files and font
files.
You can do the following:
• Add or delete a marking file, graphic file, or font file.
• Copy a backup file from the laser marking system.
• Save a backup file or restore it to the laser marking system.
User interface overview
Item Description
1 Ribbon - setting tools You can add, delete or manage files in the laser marking system.
2 Search for file number You can search for a marking file by entering a file number.
3 File list All files that are currently saved on the laser marking system, including marking files,
graphic files and font files are listed.
4 Search for file name You can search for marking files, font files, or graphic files by entering a character string
in the search box.
5 Ribbon - control tools You can use the tools to control the laser marking system in online mode.
6 Preview Displays the image of the selected file.
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Setting tools in the ribbon
Item Description
1 Add Adds a marking file, graphic file, or font file to use it in the laser marking system.
2 Save to PC Saves a selected file to your local or network drive.
3 Copy, Paste, Delete To manage marking files, graphic files and font files, use the copy, paste, and delete
functions.
4 Edit graphic file To edit a graphic file in the list, use this tool.
5 Rename To change the name of marking files, use this tool.
6 Backup Saves a backup file (.lmb) to your local or network drive.
7 Restore Restores an existing backup file (.lmb) to your laser marking system.
Control tools in the ribbon
Item Description
1 Connection Use this tool to establish or disconnect an online connection between the laser marking
system and a PC.
2 Operation Use this tool to switch the laser marking system operation to remote or RUN mode.
3 Laser pumping Turns laser pumping on or off.
4 “Stop laser” button Terminates the laser radiation or disable the laser radiation temporarily.
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1-6 “System settings” screen
In this screen you set the system properties of the laser marking system.
You can do the following:
• Change the date and time of the system clock.
• Make settings for communication with external devices.
• Specify input and output settings.
• Set the administrator password.
• Make settings for laser power correction and marking position offset.
User interface overview
Item Description
1 Ribbon - setting tools You can update the system settings and view information about the laser marking
system.
2 System parameters You can configure the system parameters in the following tabs:
• Operation/
information
: Specify the date and time, remote mode settings and other operatinal preferences.
• System offset : Set the laser head direction, adjust the marking field position and laser settings.
• Inputs/outputs :Specify input and output settings.
• Communication : Specify communication settings for such as RS-232C, Ethernet and command format.
• Linked device :Specify the settings for the imagechecker and code reader connection.
• Access permission : Configure permissions for the “Restricted user” and customize the “Monitor” screen.
3 Ribbon - control tools You can use the tools to control the laser marking system in online mode.
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Setting tools in the ribbon
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Item Description
1 Apply to laser marking
system
Updates the system settings in the laser marking system. If any changes are made, “!”
symbol is appeared on the icon.
2 System information Displays information about the laser marking system, such as version or serial number.
3 Marking field
calibration
You can adjust the marking field position when it is misaligned. It is available for LP-RF
and LP-RV.
Control tools in the ribbon
Item Description
1 Connection Use this tool to establish or disconnect an online connection between the laser marking
system and a PC.
2 Operation Use this tool to switch the laser marking system operation to remote or RUN mode.
3 Laser pumping Turns laser pumping on or off.
4 “Stop laser” button Terminates the laser radiation or disable the laser radiation temporarily.
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1) Check the marking position using the guide laser
2) Turn laser pumping on
3) Perform test marking
1) Create a marking object
2) Specify the layout of a marking object
3) Set laser parameters
2. Create a marking file (offline mode)
3. Save marking data to your PC
4. Connect your PC and the laser marking system
5. Start the laser marking system
6. Establish an online connection
7. Transfer a marking file from your PC to the laser marking system
8. Start laser radiation for marking
9. Terminate the operation
1) Start Laser Marker NAVI smart
2) Open a marking file to edit
Setting and operating procedures
Follow the steps to configure marking settings and perform marking.
A typical step by step example is given below.
1. Start Laser Marker NAVI smart
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